1
as in related
having a close connection like that between family members
foxes are closely akin to dogs
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2
as in like
having qualities in common
mathematics and computer programming are akin in that they both require logical thinking
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Recent Examples of akin
That's akin to a family with $10,000 in monthly spending trimming its bills by $200 a month.
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John Kelly, Nancy Cordes, CBS News, 29 Apr. 2025
For Apple, its big-budget spends are akin to advertisement costs for their tech products, while an Amazon MGM title’s ultimate endgame is tied to myriad metrics on Prime Video and the Amazon shopping site.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 24 Apr. 2025
The news story was akin to throwing gasoline on the burning embers of a myth that had almost been extinguished.
—New Atlas, 24 Apr. 2025
But to house an entire nation underground for even a few days is akin to trying to colonize the moon: There are so many unknowns that even the most brilliant and thorough plans can easily fail.
—Jessi Jezewska Stevens, The Dial, 24 Apr. 2025
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John Kelly, Nancy Cordes, CBS News, 29 Apr. 2025
For Apple, its big-budget spends are akin to advertisement costs for their tech products, while an Amazon MGM title’s ultimate endgame is tied to myriad metrics on Prime Video and the Amazon shopping site.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 24 Apr. 2025
The news story was akin to throwing gasoline on the burning embers of a myth that had almost been extinguished.
—New Atlas, 24 Apr. 2025
But to house an entire nation underground for even a few days is akin to trying to colonize the moon: There are so many unknowns that even the most brilliant and thorough plans can easily fail.
—Jessi Jezewska Stevens, The Dial, 24 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for akin
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Be sure to check out our other related buying guides, including the Best Hoodies, Best Leggings, and Best T-Shirts.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
21 Apr. 2025
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The suit asks that the defendant be found liable for the amount in question, as well as for interest, plus related attorney fees.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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If Villa prepare assiduously to burst out of the blocks at home, then the inverse is often true on the road, comparable to a marathon runner who is unsure of their durability in the last few miles.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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The past two comparable moves in this small-investor proxy, in November 2022 and March 2022, led to stiff near-term declines in the basket within weeks.—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
26 Apr. 2025
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In our model, the flow of traffic over a network of roads is analogous to the flow of fluids over a surface — motions that are governed by the laws of fluid dynamics.—
Steve Nadis,
Quanta Magazine,
23 Apr. 2025
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In 1958, Congress created Captioned Films for the Deaf, a program that was meant to be analogous to Talking Books for the Blind.—
David Owen,
New Yorker,
21 Apr. 2025
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Wracked with guilt over Su-ho’s injuries, Si-eun enters Weak Hero Class 2 determined not to let another friend suffer a similar, gruesome fate.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
26 Apr. 2025
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Three other states – Louisiana, New Hampshire and Wyoming – have enacted similar laws in recent months.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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Why Open Networks Make Sense Supply chains are deeply complex, and no two systems are alike.—
Shekar Natarajan,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Adaptability Is Key No two performances are alike because no two audiences are alike.—
Dr. Jen Donnell,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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During a hearing in March on Capitol Hill, senators called for stricter requirements for helicopters transiting the airspace near DCA, in addition to tighter restrictions on such traffic.—
David Shepardson,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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Anyone wanting to fight such usage would have to rely on deceptive practice laws, trademark and copyright protection, and state-specific laws protecting a person's name, image, and likeness.—
Neil J. Rubenking,
PC Magazine,
2 May 2025
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“Akin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/akin. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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